The Bahamas offers world-class medical and pharmaceutical facilities with certified professionals from the region as well as North America, Europe and India. There are several hospitals,  numerous public and private clinics, private doctors, laboratories, therapists and various treatment centres. 

Hospitals

Doctors Hospital is the private hospital in Nassau and the Princess Margaret Hospital is the public hospital. The Rand Memorial is the public hospital in Freeport along with several public clinics, private doctors and the private Sunrise Medical Centre Hospital Complex. Other islands in The Bahamas will have limited public health clinics and patients are airlifted to Nassau for emergency or intensive care. 

Decompression Chamber

There are several facilities offering hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to persons in need. You can call ahead of your trip to find out about insurance, fees and scheduling. HBOT is used to improve healing time for wounds from trauma or diabetes. It is also available to treat stroke victims, repair nerve damage, as autistic treatment and as emergency decompression treatment for divers who have the bends. Contact Doctors Hospital for details.

Medical Insurance & Acceptance

You will not be able to use Medicare or Medicaid while in The Bahamas. Your American or Canadian health insurance plan will likely require you to pay upfront and submit your receipts for reimbursement. You should always call your health insurance company before travelling to find out what coverage you may have in The Bahamas and what documentation is required for submission. European travellers may have emergency coverage with their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) but should contact their local office and get the most current information.

Medical Tourism

The Bahamas can be your destination if you need or want outstanding medical care and treatment. The close proximity to the US and international standards make The Bahamas a viable choice for plastic and cosmetic surgery, cardiac procedures, cancer treatments, chiropractic services, dialysis and physical therapy. 

Skincare: Insects and Sunburn

The Bahamas offers a tropical climate which means the temperature is usually warm to very hot with relatively high humidity. You should wear sunscreen or sunblock at all times when outside during daylight hours. Consider a hat and sunglasses if you will be out during the hottest part of the day or near the water.

Insects like mosquitoes and sandflies can be common in the Family Island after a rainfall. Be sure to pack or buy insect repellent to avoid skin irritation.